PHILADELPHIA, PA —Marrying academia with the aroma of fresh coffee and bagels, Philadelphia’s rapidly expanding chain, Bagels and Co., announces its inaugural venture into the collegiate sphere with a new outlet set to open its doors at Temple University. Spearheaded by Glu Hospitality and co-owners Derek Gibbons and Tim Lu, this latest addition aims to embed itself within the fabric of campus life, offering a variety of Brooklyn-style bagels, specialty cream cheeses, and an array of coffee and matcha drinks.
Slated for an exclusive Temple preview on April 26th, the store will welcome students and faculty with a 20% discount on all offerings between 8:00 am and 10:00 am, requiring only a valid university ID for eligibility. The grand opening set for April 29th promises to greet the community with open arms, offering a free bagel and cream cheese to the first 100 visitors in a bid to showcase their culinary offerings.
In a gesture aimed at supporting students during finals, April 30th will see Bagels and Co. providing a complimentary small coffee to the first 100 Temple students—a thoughtful nod to the academic pressures faced by the student body. Beyond the classics, the menu is set to intrigue with innovative items like Fruity Pebbles Bagels, Spicy Avocado Cream Cheese, and a Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich among others.
Located at 1431 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, a stone’s throw from the bustling intersection of Broad and Cecil B. Moore, the Bagels and Co. Temple University site is poised to become a pivotal gathering spot for not just students and faculty but also North Philadelphia residents. The location benefits from proximity to the Liacouras Center, home to numerous sports and cultural events, amplifying its appeal to a wider audience.
With an 800-square-foot space dedicated to delivering culinary delights, the establishment is part of a broader strategy by Glu Hospitality to introduce Bagels and Co. to college campuses nationwide, starting with a ‘home game’ at Temple University. This expansion aligns with the company’s bullish outlook on the collegiate market, underpinned by a belief in the universal appeal of their product offering.
Temple University’s Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Ken Kaiser, lauded the initiative as a boon for the local community, emphasizing the synergy between the university’s vibrant hub and the arrival of Bagels and Co. The venture not only promises to enrich the local food scene but also to provide valuable employment opportunities for students, further integrating the business into the campus ecosystem.
With a vision that extends beyond bagels and coffee, Glu Hospitality and Bagels and Co. are setting the stage for a unique blend of community engagement, culinary innovation, and academic support, marking a significant step in the evolution of campus dining experiences.
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